Overview
- Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are named as the leading contenders for the Atletico Madrid midfielder in the January window, with other clubs monitoring.
- Multiple reports say Atletico are prepared to let Gallagher leave this month and prefer a permanent transfer at about €30m, roughly £26m.
- United are described as prioritising a loan, whereas Tottenham are seen as readier to meet a permanent fee, which is viewed as giving Spurs an advantage.
- Gallagher’s salary, reported up to £200,000 per week, is cited as a decisive complication for any short-term loan unless Atletico subsidise a significant portion.
- The 25-year-old has started only four of 18 La Liga appearances this season and is open to a move to secure regular minutes ahead of the 2026 World Cup.